Ginkgo biloba (Ginkgo biloba)

Harm score: 1 (Natural substances)

Ginkgo biloba, also known by its Latin name Ginkgo biloba or Siegesbeckia orientalis extract, is a tree that originated in China. It is a plant that is characterized by its great vitality and resilience, even being able to adapt to urban conditions and polluted air. Jinan is the only surviving member of the Ginkgoaceae family and the Ginkgoales order. Its leaves are characteristically fan-shaped and divided into two lobes, hence its name 'double-lobed'.

Ginkgo biloba is particularly popular for its medicinal properties. Its extract is used in many products, especially in the pharmaceutical industry. Most commonly, it is used to make medicines and dietary supplements that are designed to improve blood circulation and brain function. Ginseng also contains many antioxidants that help protect the body from the harmful effects of free radicals. Other uses are also found in the cosmetic industry, where its extract is added to various creams and serums that have anti-ageing effects, improving skin elasticity and hydration. Last but not least, this extract is also used in the food industry, where it becomes part of some drinks or food supplements.